Wellness

By Chris Ellis A plant-based diet can transform your life, but this transformation is more complex than a good vegan recipe; it’s about real life. It’s about making promises to yourself and doing the work. I am a 56-year-old mom and wife. I am a real person who has done...

By Sean Miller You want to improve your fitness, so what do you do? Join a gym? Start eating differently? How about hiring a personal trainer? Personal training and fitness go hand-in-hand. But, there’s  much more to a personal trainer than improving physical health. Folks that hire a personal trainer are...

Dr. K. Poelstra at Sacred Heart First Surgeon in the World to Reach Robotic Spine Surgery Milestone. The Spine Center of Excellence at Sacred Heart Hospital on the Emerald Coast sees more than 70 surgical patients each month. Sacred Heart has led the way in transforming spine surgery from freehand...

By Dina Haas Grandparents, children, and even pets are gobbling up CBD and loving it. From pain and seizure relief to anxiety and sleep assistance, people of all ages are finding out how helpful this plant can be. CBD has all the medicinal benefits of medical marijuana, without the psychoactive...

Caring for Those that Cared for Us The holidays are here and once again, we are most thankful to live, work and play along the Emerald Coast. It is also time to remember to spend time with those that have cared for us. The holidays can be a depressing time...

Consumers are becoming educated about the importance of a long-term approach to sustaining health and wellness.  Creating a foundation makes all...

By Melanie Stewart, Yum Tum Nutrition Life in the age of Covid19 can have us feeling fearful and unsure of how to protect ourselves. Would you believe me if I told you that a virus is not a living thing? It has no nucleus, no respiratory or digestive system, and...

by Colleen Riddle, ACE Certified Personal Trainer Are you looking for a new sport that combines fun, fitness, and socializing? Well, pickleball delivers! This quirky newcomer combines elements of tennis, badminton, and ping-pong for the ultimate court experience. It can transform lives, foster friendships, and promote overall well-being. No wonder...

By Christine Rushford, MS, LMHC, LLC We often hear the term co-parent as it relates to couples who are divorcing and attempting a “new normal” when it comes to raising their children in the aftermath. Many times, I will have couples come to my office for therapy who happen to...

By Krisy Anderson In today’s world, it’s a myth that a spa is just for the ladies. In more recent years, approximately 47% of spa-goers were men! Males have finally realized that grooming and taking care of their appearance is a means of style. Trimmed facial hair, clean cut nails...